Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Toronto: what you need to know
Around 5 hours 40 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Toronto.
The timezone in Toronto is UTC-4. The city is three hours ahead of San Francisco, where San Francisco International Airport is located.
The most popular route is from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ). You can choose from 49 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SFO to YYZ is the 07:30 Air Canada service. If you'd rather travel later, the final departure is at 23:31 with United Airlines.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your SFO to Toronto flight.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Start your trip at SFO and travel straight to Pearson International Airport (YYZ). That's where you can expect to land when searching for San Francisco International Airport to Toronto tickets.
Leading carriers that offer direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Toronto include:
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even tick off a new city. When browsing for flight tickets from SFO to Toronto, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
The journey from central San Francisco to SFO takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Toronto? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near SFO:
77.36% of flights taking off from San Francisco International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Toronto
The best price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Toronto flight is Rs13,581. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs53,847. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To secure cheap flights from SFO to Toronto, book your journey one month ahead of your departure date.
The best month for landing cheap San Francisco International Airport to Toronto tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SFO to Toronto by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Toronto by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is around 27 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes about 25 minutes.
It typically takes 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
Think about booking a hotel near YYZ if you have a late flight from San Francisco International Airport to Toronto. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Pearson International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and see more of Toronto and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Pearson International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from SFO to Toronto.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) is roughly 3 kilometres from central Toronto. Once you've hopped off your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Toronto, it'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 40 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to drop your things at near YTZ. Unwind and get cosy after your SFO to Toronto flight at one of these well-located options:
Hertz, National and Avis make picking up a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car simple. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from YTZ one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) is around 105 kilometres from the centre of Toronto. It takes about 1 hour 15 minutes to get to the city centre by cab or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Toronto.
The journey will take you around 4 hours 5 minutes using public transport.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your trip by choosing a hotel near YKF after your SFO to Toronto flight. Recover from a day of travel or simply take a moment to get your footing in a new city at:
Be in control of the next chapter of your journey by picking up a Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car. Avis, Enterprise and Budget will get you on the road.
If you'd like a particular kind of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of getting your first choice. Secure your ride from YKF a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Toronto.
Best time to go to Toronto
Travel to Toronto in high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Toronto during low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Lock in a San Francisco International Airport to Toronto flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 14ºC to 28ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 1ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from SFO to Toronto around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Toronto
Start your Toronto trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Toronto, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Royal Ontario Museum and CN Tower are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Toronto itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've seen Toronto. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Around 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto, Ottawa is another essential stop in Canada. Start your sightseeing at Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.